And what better way to welcome the Chinese New Year than with a brand new champion ice cream trophy – though not for a brand new flavour… Death by Chocolate has now notched up no less than 6 trophies in its illustrious history. The Sydney Royal Cheese & Dairy judges decided in their infinite wisdom that this was the best premium ice cream in competition. And who are we to argue with them?

Certainly my good friend Steve from Paradise Beach Purveyors wasn’t arguing! He took the Champion Dip award for his exceptional tzatziki.

We also got to taste 5 of the best cheeses in the country from Meredith Dairy, & Berry’s Creek Gourmet Cheese, among others.